High School Track & Field Head Coach

High School Track & Field Head Coach

Elbert County School District C-2 Kiowa High School - Kiowa, Colorado Open in Google Maps

Job : 5903694
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 26, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Title: High School Head Track Coach FLSA Status: non-exempt
Reports to: Athletic Director Pay Range:
Refer to salary schedule
Prepared/Revised Date: May 18, 2026 Work Year:
Pre-season, In-season, off-season

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The head coach is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of the athletic team, including developing
practice plans, strategizing for games, mentoring student-athletes, and promoting a positive team culture. The
head coach ensures that the program aligns with the school’s values and goals, fostering both athletic
excellence and personal growth among student-athletes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Understand and comply will all applicable district, state and federal guidelines, policies and laws.
2. Develop team and individual player goals and maintains high expectations for both, including but not
limited to: attend school, passing grades, attend practice and contests, exhibit good sporting behavior
and citizenship. The program is an extension of the classroom.
3. Supervise, direct and evaluate assistant coaches. The head coach is the coach for the entire program and
has ultimate responsibility.
4. Follow and enforce all CHSAA Bylaws. Follow and enforce all regulations, policies, philosophies, and
and administrative directives as set by the Elbert County School District C-2.
5. Complete and follow seasonal (preseason, season, summer) and daily practice schedules. Schedules will
be available to the Athletic Director (AD) for each of the above-mentioned seasons.
6. Plans in advance and prepares for each contest in an effort to put the team in the best possible position
to be successful.
7. Attend all practices and games, unless ill or with advanced notification and approval from the AD.
8. Complete any district reports on conduct or injuries that occur under his/her supervision.
9. Works with the Elbert County School District C-2’s nurse to ensure the wellbeing and safety of each
student-athlete.
10. Equipment - Monitors safety of all equipment on a daily basis. Submits a list to the AD of supplies,
equipment, and uniforms requests for the following season.
11. Equipment - Cares for, inventories, and prepares all equipment, supplies, and uniforms for storage at
the end of the season. Collects all equipment, supplies, and uniforms checked out to team members.
Completes an itemized list and numbered inventory of equipment that needs replaced and what will
carry over to next season.
12. Adhere to district guidelines for building use and gym access and care of district facilities.
13. Help manage district athletic facilities including cleanliness of locker rooms, gym and track after each
practice and competition, and maintenance to ensure the well-being of student-athletes, students,
families and staff.
14. Collect money for clothing, equipment, or accessories sold to team members.
15. Collect money for lost or damaged school property.
16. Continue to grow as a coach; attends and participates in coaching clinics, takes coaching related
courses, etc.
17. Seeks to attain and maintain good public relations with student-athletes, students, parents, staff and
fellow coaches.
18. Active in fundraising to support the efforts of the team and athletic department.
19. Uses Sports You, designated by Elbert County School District C-2, to regularly communicate with
student-athletes and families.
20. Perform other duties as assigned.

21. Check Elbert County School District C-2 issued email on a regular basis and respond in a timely
manner.

EDUCATION AND RELATED

WORK EXPERIENCE:

? Complete yearly CHSAA Certification
? Yearly Pass CHSSA rules exam
? Previous coaching experience in the specific sport or related field

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:
? Excellent communication skills
? Excellent time management and organizational skills
? Intermediate English language skills
? Excellent interpersonal relations skills
? Ability to manage…